springtape

Sagittaria kurziana Glück

Sagittaria kurziana is a perennial aquatic plant in the family Alismataceae. It is native to the Nearctic region, including Florida and the Marianas. The species was described by Glück in 1927. It is known as springtape and can grow up to 250 cm in height. The plant features long, narrow, flat leaves that float on water surfaces, reaching lengths of up to 250 cm but rarely exceeding 15 mm in width. These leaves form dense, ribbon-like masses that move with water currents. The inflorescences also float on the surface, with white flowers that are often submerged.

Description

Sagittaria kurziana is a tall aquatic species with ribbon-like leaves that can reach lengths of 250 cm but remain less than 15 mm wide. These leaves form floating mats that are influenced by water movement. The plant's white flowers are borne on floating inflorescences and are frequently submerged. It is found in Florida and the Marianas, part of the Nearctic region. The species was first described in 1927 by Glück. Its common name is springtape.